1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 612 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
